CHILDREN'S BOOKS
MR. PRICKLE BEAR
What happens when a grumpy, lonely bear has an unexpected visitor one Winter's Day? A little rabbit needs his help, and suddenly Mr. Prickle Bear's life is changed.
Whimsical, detailed illustrations by artist Richard A. Kinsey are a delight for the eye, and accompany D. K. Vann's story to perfection.
Available in Soft Cover.
The perfect read-aloud book for ages 6+ - a delight for every book lover.
COMING NEXT...!
COLORS OF ME is a poetry book that children can read aloud on their own. Rhymes and word play are accompanied by colorful watercolors by artist Annie Rugyt.
This charming book can be used to build speaking skills and dramatic presentation as children learn to recite and act out the poems. Coming soon!
Featured reviews of Mr. Prickle Bear
High Praise about Mr. Prickle Bear from Educator Lynne Levine of Virginia
I JUST realized that I never wrote you after I had read "Mr. Prickle Bear"! I love, love, LOVE it, and am SOOOOO proud of you!!! It's beautiful, and Richard's work is beautiful too. What a wonderful collaboration - you are AWESOME!!!!!!
Review from the children of "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" National Tour
The children of WHO-VILLE loved hearing the story read aloud to them by the author's daughter, Chelsea Vann.
"We loved the story! The Bear had a change of heart . . . just like The Grinch! We want to share it with our school at home."
BOOK RESPONSES FROM READERSMr. Prickle Bear traveled to LAGUNA ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in FULLERTON, CALIFORNIA and Mrs. Green's Classes repsondedwith some of their own colored renditions of the illustrations from the book. There were so many delightful renderings, and a few are featured here. Please enjoy! And as you share the book, I'd love to hear from you - or see your pictures!
